December 8, 2025 – A recent incident involving Carter’s V_CS25B01H light-up sneakers has raised safety concerns after a 3-year-old child sustained burn marks on her foot. The incident, reported on November 18, 2025, details how the child’s foot was burned by the shoe’s sole, with no visible external damage to the sneaker. Carter’s has acknowledged the incident and is in direct contact with the consumer to investigate.
Product Details
Incident Overview
The incident occurred when a 3-year-old child reported that her foot was burning while wearing a pair of Carter’s V_CS25B01H light-up sneakers. Upon removing the shoes, the parent discovered two distinct burn marks on the sole of the child’s foot. The exterior of the light-up sneakers reportedly showed no signs of damage or malfunction, making the internal source of the heat and burns particularly concerning. The specific mechanism within the light-up feature that may have caused the burns is currently under investigation.
Safety Concerns
This incident highlights significant safety concerns associated with light-up footwear, particularly for young children.
- Immediate Dangers: The primary and immediate danger is thermal injury, such as burns, to the wearer’s skin. Burns can range from superficial to severe, causing pain, blistering, and requiring medical attention. The enclosed nature of a shoe can trap heat, exacerbating the burn if a component overheats.
- Long-Term Risks: Depending on the severity, burns can lead to long-term issues including scarring, nerve damage, chronic pain, and an increased risk of infection if not properly treated. For a young child, such injuries can also cause significant distress and potential long-term discomfort.
- Who Might Be Affected: Young children, who may not be able to articulate discomfort immediately or effectively remove their shoes, are particularly vulnerable. Anyone wearing light-up shoes with similar internal components could potentially be at risk.
- Property Damage Potential: While not reported in this specific incident, overheating electrical components can, in some cases, pose a risk of fire, potentially damaging property.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own Carter’s V_CS25B01H light-up sneakers or similar light-up footwear, here are immediate steps and recommendations:
- Immediate Steps to Take: If your child complains of discomfort, heat, or pain while wearing light-up shoes, remove the shoes immediately and inspect their feet for any signs of burns or irritation. Seek medical attention if burns are present.
- How to Check if You Own the Affected Product: Check the model number on the shoe’s tongue, inside tag, or packaging to see if it matches “V_CS25B01H.” Even if the model number doesn’t match, exercise caution with any light-up shoes showing signs of unusual heat or malfunction.
- Prevention Measures:
* Regularly inspect light-up shoes for any unusual swelling, odors, or signs of damage, especially around the sole where electronics are housed.
* Monitor children closely when they wear light-up shoes, and encourage them to report any discomfort.
* Consider limiting wear time, particularly in hot environments, as external heat might contribute to component overheating.
* If a shoe feels unusually warm to the touch, discontinue use immediately.
- Reporting Procedures: If you or your child experience a similar incident, stop using the product and report it immediately to Carter’s customer service and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at SaferProducts.gov. Detailed reports help identify patterns and prompt further action.
Manufacturer’s Response
On December 8, 2025, Carter’s provided the following response: “Carter’s takes all such consumer notifications seriously. Carter’s is in contact with the consumer directly to investigate the issue.” This indicates the manufacturer is aware of the incident and is engaged in an investigation to understand the cause and potential scope of the problem.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.